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Lindsey Graham's Alleged Role in Ukraine Drone Attack and Escalation

Dr. Steve TurleyJune 2, 202514 min202,500 views
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Operation Spiderweb and Russian Airfield Attacks

  • πŸš€ A large-scale Ukrainian drone operation, dubbed "Operation Spiderweb," reportedly destroyed over 40 Russian aircraft, including nuclear-capable long-range bombers, in one of the war's most daring attacks.
  • 🎯 The operation, planned for over a year and a half, involved smuggling 117 explosive-rigged drones into Russia concealed in containers on trucks.
  • πŸ’₯ Russia confirmed military airfields across five regions were attacked, with significant financial damage estimated at $7 billion and a claimed 34% destruction of Russia's strategic cruise missile carrier fleet.

Escalation Amidst Peace Talks

  • πŸ•ŠοΈ Ironically, the drone strikes occurred just hours before the second round of peace talks between Ukraine and Russia were scheduled to resume in Istanbul.
  • ❓ This significant escalation by Ukraine has led many to question the timing and motivations, with fingers pointing towards Senator Lindsey Graham.
  • πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Graham, alongside Senator Richard Blumenthal, visited Ukraine to advocate for new US sanctions against Russia, touring devastated neighborhoods in Kyiv.

Graham's Stance and Potential Influence

  • πŸ—£οΈ The speaker highlights Graham's long-standing
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